Loughborough University
Clinical trials sponsored by Loughborough University, explained in plain language.
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Lifting weights may keep bones and joints strong in older women
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether different types of resistance exercise (like lifting weights) can help prevent osteoporosis (weak bones) and osteoarthritis (joint disease) in women aged 50 to 70 who have gone through menopause. Researchers will measure changes in bone density, muscle…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loughborough University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Good bacteria vs. bad habits: probiotic trial targets alcohol cravings
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether taking a probiotic supplement for four weeks can reduce alcohol cravings and improve thinking, mood, and gut health in people with alcohol use disorder. 38 participants are randomly assigned to receive either the probiotic or a placebo, and neither they n…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loughborough University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:50 UTC
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Bowling for bone clues: cricket study reveals Body's response
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study explores how a single session of cricket fast bowling changes bone turnover markers in healthy young male bowlers aged 18-30. Participants complete both a bowling session and a rest session, with blood samples taken before, right after, and two hours later. The goal is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loughborough University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:36 UTC
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Jumping jolts bones: study reveals exercise's instant impact on bone metabolism
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how one session of drop-landing exercise changes bone metabolism markers in 15 healthy young men. Participants do both an exercise session and a rest session, with blood samples taken before, right after, and one hour later. The goal is to understand how bones…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loughborough University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:36 UTC